He never planned on working in family violence, but one role changed everything for Senior Sergeant Lloyd.⁣ ⁣ After years on the frontline in Melbourne’s West, Lloyd spent eight years as a Family Violence Liaison Officer and that’s where it clicked.⁣ ⁣ “Helping vulnerable people and holding perpetrators to account is one of the reasons I joined Victoria Police in the first place.”⁣ ⁣ The work was challenging and complex, but it also showed him what good policing can do.⁣ Today, Lloyd is a Family Violence Training Officer, helping members across the division build the skills needed to respond safely and compassionately - whether they’re fresh from the Academy or worked decades in the job.⁣ ⁣ He’s honest about what it takes:⁣ 🔹 Empathy.⁣ 🔹 Zero judgement.⁣ 🔹 Awareness of your own biases.⁣ 🔹 Looking after your own wellbeing.⁣ ⁣ “As much as responding to family violence can be challenging, I still think it can be one of the most rewarding areas to work in.”⁣ ⁣ During this year’s 16 Da...